POLS 342 Politics of Russia/The Soviet Union/CIS

Analysis of the origins and evolution of the Soviet political and economic system, including the historical foundations of Russian revolutionary radicalism and the ideology of Marxism-Leninism, the reforms introduced under the leadership of Mikhail Gorbachev, and the collapse of the Soviet regime and state in 1991. The basic outline of the systems of government and the political prospects of the Soviet successor states within the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), with special focus on the Russian Federation. PRQ: POLS 241 or consent of instructor. Scheduled: On request. Meets: SNO.

Credits

3

Attributes

• May be used for major requirement
• May be used for minor requirement
• Meets social science requirement

Distribution

N, O, S